— Two men are wanted for murder after a shooting left one man dead and another injured in Hickory, and police are warning the public not to approach either suspect.
The Hickory Police Department is searching for Deandre Moore, 18, and Jamarion Kevote Lackey, 20, in connection with the October 14 shooting on the 600 block of 14th Street SW. Both men are wanted on charges of murder and attempted murder.
Police say Dionte Jashea Murph, 23, was shot and killed during the incident. A second victim, Phalen Devon Izard Jr., 19, was also shot and is expected to recover.
Investigators have described both men and released identifying details as the search continues.
Deandre Moore, 18: Described as a Black male, 5 feet 9 inches tall, weighing approximately 120 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes.
Jamarion Kevote Lackey, 20: Described as a Black male, 5 feet 8 inches tall, weighing approximately 160 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes. Police say he has a tattoo on his right forearm reading “Loyalty for Life” with an angel.
Police believe both suspects are armed and dangerous. Anyone who sees either man should not approach them.
Anyone with information about their whereabouts is asked to contact the Hickory Police Department at 828-328-5551 or Investigator Helderman at 828-261-2621.
The investigation remains ongoing, and the charges are allegations unless proven in court.
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Source note: Star News TV · Oct 17, 2026 9:37 PM.
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